Behind These Hazel Eyes (The Voice Performance) Lyrics
Cassadee Pope

Lyrics
Seems like just yesterday
You were a part of me
I used to stand so tall
I used to be so strong
Your arms around me tight
Everything, it felt so right
Unbreakable, like nothin' could go wrong
Now I can't breathe
No, I can't sleep
I'm barely hanging on
Here I am, once again
I'm torn into pieces
Can't deny it, can't pretend
Just thought you were the one
Broken up, deep inside
But you won't get to see the tears I cry
Behind these hazel eyes
I told you everything
Opened up and let you in
You made me feel alright
For once in my life
Now all that's left of me
Is what I pretend to be
So together, but so broken up inside
'Cause I can't breathe
No, I can't sleep
I'm barely hangin' on
Here I am, once again
I'm torn into pieces
Can't deny it, can't pretend
Just thought you were the one
Broken up, deep inside
But you won't get to see the tears I cry
Behind these hazel eyes
Swallow me then spit me out
For hating you, I blame myself
Seeing you it kills me now
No, I don't cry on the outside
Anymore... anymooore
Here I am, once again
I'm torn into pieces
Can't deny it, can't pretend
Just thought you were the one
Broken up, deep inside
But you won't get to see the tears I cry
Behind these hazel eyes
Here I am, once again
I'm torn into pieces
Can't deny it, can't pretend
Just thought you were the one
Broken up, deep inside
But you won't get to see the tears I cry
Behind these hazel eyes
Song & Lyrics Facts
Cassadee Pope's performance of "Behind These Hazel Eyes" on The Voice was a powerful showcase of her vocal talent. Originally written by Max Martin, Dr.
Luke and Kelly Clarkson for Clarkson's 2004 album Breakaway, the song gained widespread acclaim when Pope sang it during her blind audition in 2012. Released later that year, Pope's version featured an acoustic guitar-driven arrangement backed by a full band. With its intense lyrics about heartbreak and betrayal, the track resonated with viewers and earned her a standing ovation from the judges. To date, Pope's rendition has been streamed over 11 million times on Spotify.